Well-Known Chester Co. Businessman Charged With Child Porn

WEST CHESTER, PA — A prominent Chester County businessman was found sharing numerous photos and videos of child sexual abuse material, authorities announced this week.

John Lymberis, 57, of Parkesburg, the owner of Harry's Hotdogs, has been charged with sexual abuse of children and numerous counts related to possessing child pornography, the
Chester County District Attorney’s Office said.

Detectives received an online tip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children that identified suspicious activity.

An investigation found that Lymberis used the social media app Kik to chat, receive, upload, and share the images and videos, police said. Authorities connected the account to Lymberis through his email address.

Some of the images utilized artificial intelligence to create sexualized media of minors, officials said.

After his arraignment, Lymberis was released on 10 percent of $35,000 bail. His preliminary hearing is set for June 8.

If you have any information on the case, contact Chester County Detectives at 610-344-6866.